MECH 110 Electronic Control Systems

This course explores the fundamentals of digital logic and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) in a mechatronics system using the automation system. Students will learn core PLC functions, methods for testing and diagnosing malfunctioning controllers, and practical troubleshooting strategies for identifying and isolating hardware-generated issues. Emphasis will be on writing small programs and problem-solving using computer simulations.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

ELEC 107

Hours Weekly

3 hours lecture; 3 hours lab

Course Objectives

1. Explain the role of digital logic and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) within mechatronic and automated control systems.
2. Configure PLC communication drivers and discrete input/output (I/O) modules for basic automation applications.
3. Program and operate basic PLC logic programs using standard programming instructions and development software.
4. Develop and execute PLC-based motor control and multi-step sequence programs to meet defined operational requirements.
5. Troubleshoot PLC hardware and program faults using status indicators, diagnostics, and systematic problem-solving strategies.

Course Objectives

1. Explain the role of digital logic and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) within mechatronic and automated control systems.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

2. Configure PLC communication drivers and discrete input/output (I/O) modules for basic automation applications.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

3. Program and operate basic PLC logic programs using standard programming instructions and development software.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

4. Develop and execute PLC-based motor control and multi-step sequence programs to meet defined operational requirements.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

5. Troubleshoot PLC hardware and program faults using status indicators, diagnostics, and systematic problem-solving strategies.

   This objective is a course Goal Only